2012 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Juke. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Astra | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Juke |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
